Crunch against Wall Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Wall Crunch
How to: Crunch against Wall
- Stand with your back against a wall and feet shoulder-width apart.
- Walk your feet out slightly while keeping your back flat against the wall.
- Bend your knees slightly and engage your core.
- Slowly lift your upper body off the wall, using your abs to pull you upward.
- Hold at the top for a moment, then slide back down against the wall.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using hands to pull on the neck.
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it flat against the wall.
- Lifting legs off the ground.
Modifications
- If you have difficulty sitting up, try a partial range of motion.
- Perform the crunch with bent knees to reduce strain.
Tips
- Ensure your back is flat against the wall throughout the exercise.
- Engage your core muscles while performing the crunch.
- Control the movement rather than using momentum.
Crunch against Wall Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
beginner
body weight
waist